Tamarind Sauce Fish Curry

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fish fillets (any firm white fish), 1 lb
• Tamarind paste, 1/2 cup
• Onion, chopped, 1 medium
• Garlic cloves, minced, 3-4
• Ginger, minced, 1-inch piece
• Green chili pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 (optional)
• Turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder, 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
• Coconut milk, 1 can (14 oz)
• Vegetable broth, 1 cup
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat some oil. Pan-sear the fish fillets until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until softened. Add the green chili pepper, if desired.
4. Stir in the turmeric, coriander, cumin, and red chili powder and cook for a few seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the tamarind paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
6. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
7. Add the fish fillets back to the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (approx. 1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 500mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tangy and flavorful
• Aromatic with Indian spices
• Creamy and rich due to coconut milk
• Perfect for a dinner party
• Can be served with rice or naan bread

User Comments:

• "This curry was absolutely delicious! The tamarind sauce was tangy and flavorful, and the spices were perfect. It was easy to make and turned out so well."
• "I'm not usually a big fan of fish curry, but this one was incredible. The sauce was creamy and rich, and the fish was cooked perfectly."
• "This is a great recipe for those who want to try something different. It's easy to make and the flavors are fantastic."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find tamarind paste, you can use 1/2 cup of lime juice instead.
• If you like a spicier curry, you can add more red chili powder to taste.
• Serve with a side of rice or naan bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.